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CONGRATULATIONS TO

HATHAITIP CHAIPRAPA, M.D.,

a pediatrician specializing in Neonatal & Perinatal Medicine and Aeromedical Transport,
and Ms. Kulwara Korkerdsup, an emergency nurse specializing in Critical Care Aviation
Transport, for recently participating in the HEMS Advanced Training and Train-the-
Trainer Workshop at the ADAC HEMS Academy in Germany.

This prestigious program has enhanced their expertise in air and helicopter patient transport, ensuring that critical
moments are managed with the highest level of care. Their advanced skills will contribute to the development of
educational programs across institutions in Thailand, thereby elevating the standard of
patient care for countless individuals nationwide.
Samitivej Hospital Srinakarin, which received accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Medical
Transport Systems (CAMTS), provides emergency medical transportation for patients of all ages. Our medical crew
members, specially trained and experienced in Aviation Medicine, are skilled in providing air ambulance services both
domestically and internationally, contributing to the safety of all patients.
#Samitivej #AirAmbulance

MEDICAL ESCORT
INFANT AND PEDIATRIC CRITICAL CARE TRANSPORTATION
When the medical necessity and cost of a private air ambulance isn‘t necessary and the
patient is ambulatory we can provide the assistance of a “medical escort.” Our medical
Emergency medical transportation is extremely important, as it gives a team of medical
crew will consult with the patient’s physicians then evaluate his/her medical condition
specialists the chance to save the life of a patient with a catastrophic illness or in a
as it relates to air travel and advice on the best method of transport.
crisis situation. In a medical emergency, when suitable treatment is not available
Our specially trained and experienced medical crew
locally, it is necessary to transport the patient as quickly as possible to an appropriate
hospital. This is especially crucial for pediatric patients and babies who are not yet able
members in Aviation Medicine comprises:
to communicate properly. As a result, providing professional medical transportation
requires specialized skills to deal with these specific age groups.
• Neonatologist • Pediatrician • Intensive Pediatrician
Medical transportation teams need to more closely observe and understand
• Emergency Medicine • Cardiologist • Intensivist
pediatric patients who may not be able to express themselves clearly to medical
staff. These cases often require a team of pediatric specialists and medical equipment • NICU Nurse • PICU Nurse • ICU / CCU Nurse • Flight Nurse
specifically designed for children. In addition, providing support to family members is
All staff and personnel maintain the latest updates to licensing and credentialing in
also important. When a child becomes sick, it takes a tremendous toll on the whole
family. The medical team must inspire confidence and provide emotional support to their respective fields. Our medical personnel must have at least five years experience
in critical care and maintain current certifications and licensing from Advanced Cardiac
the patient’s family.
Life Support (ACLS),
Our services are defined by four core service areas: Basic Life Support (BLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

GROUND AMBULANCE BEDSIDE-TO-BEDSIDE

Nicknamed the “Speedy Bear” and decorated like a colorful cartoon, our emergency Everything is included and additional family or friends can travel with the patient.
ambulance is designed specifically for pediatric patients. It helps ease children’s fears, We make all the arrangements to include:
gives parents peace of mind and reduces the stress levels of all parties. The ground
ambulance is fully equipped with state-of-the-art medical devices to provide care • Complete full service bedside-to-bedside
for newborn babies and children of all ages. Medical teams consist of doctors, nurses
• Obtain required medical clearances from the airlines
and medical professionals who specialize in treating children. The ground ambulance
provides medical transportation services in and around the Bangkok area. • Coordinate with attending and receiving facilities
• Provide medical staffing and equipment, as required
AIR AMBULANCE
• All ground transportation
Our air ambulance service is available for both domestic and international services.
Helicopters are used for cases within 250 kilometers of Bangkok. Airplanes are used to
provide convenient and rapid transportation for patients from more distant provinces
and neighboring countries such as Vietnam, Bangladesh and China.
We provide a team of doctors and nurses who specialize in treating children and medical
professionals with a specialty in aviation medicine (called a Flight Nurse) that has been
trained to give medical assistance in the aircraft during an air evacuation. Ordinary
medical equipment cannot be used for air evacuations due to the constant loud noise
of the helicopter or airplane. Special medical devices and equipment are needed that
not only provide efficient medical assistance but also do not interfere with the aircraft’s
navigation equipment. Patient safety is paramount. After receiving information about
a case, our team of medical professionals assesses the symptoms and the patient’s
stability, and then determines whether air evacuation is suitable. If the air ambulance is
deemed to be the best option, the medical team immediately contacts flight operations
officers who evaluate weather conditions before takeoff. Working as a team enhances
the effectiveness and efficiency of our air ambulance services

MOBILE/WHATSAPP: 063-021-0495
EMAIL: SVNH.AGENTASSIST@SAMITIVEJ.CO.TH